Cost to Kitchen Cabinet Refacing in New York City, NY

$5,680–$17,040 in New York City

42% above the national average · 1.42x cost multiplier

Homeowners in New York City typically spend $5,680–$17,040 on a kitchen cabinet refacing, about 42% above the national average. Labor rates and contractor availability in the Northeast region drive much of the price difference. Permit requirements and material delivery costs also play a role. See the full tier-by-tier breakdown below before requesting bids.

Cost Breakdown in New York City

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Cost per per linear foot	$142	$355	$710
Materials	$2,840	$6,390	$11,360
Labor	$2,130	$3,976	$5,680
Permits	$0	$0	$0
Total	$4,970+42% vs. national avg	$10,650+42% vs. national avg	$17,750+42% vs. national avg

Budget

Vinyl laminate refacing on 20-25 linear feet, same door style, basic hardware - DIY-friendly option using peel-and-stick veneer

Mid-Range

Wood veneer or thermofoil refacing with new doors, soft-close hinges, updated hardware - professional installation on 20-25 linear feet

Premium

Real wood veneer refacing with custom door style, premium hardware, interior refinishing, and addition of crown molding - 20-25 linear feet

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in New York City may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Vinyl Laminate (Budget DIY)	$50-$150/linear ft	Lowest cost, self-install possible with peel-and-stick, wide color range	Less durable than wood, edges can peel over time, limited authentic wood look	Budget refreshes, rental properties, short-term cosmetic updatesLowest cost, self-install possible with peel-and-stick, wide color range
Rigid Thermofoil (RTF)	$100-$250/linear ft installed	Smooth uniform finish, easy to clean, moisture-resistant, many color options	Can peel near heat sources (dishwasher, oven), cannot be repainted	Contemporary and modern kitchens wanting a clean flat or shaker-profile lookSmooth uniform finish, easy to clean, moisture-resistant, many color options
Wood Veneer	$150-$350/linear ft installed	Real wood appearance, can be stained any color, warm authentic look	More expensive than thermofoil, requires finishing/sealing, sensitive to humidity	Traditional and transitional kitchens, homeowners wanting real wood without full replacement costReal wood appearance, can be stained any color, warm authentic look
Solid Wood Doors with Veneer Box	$200-$500/linear ft installed	Solid wood door feel and look, paintable and refinishable, premium result	Most expensive refacing option, approaches the cost of budget replacement	Higher-end refacing projects where appearance is paramountSolid wood door feel and look, paintable and refinishable, premium result
Paint-Grade MDF Doors	$120-$300/linear ft installed	Smooth surface ideal for painted finish, dimensionally stable, various profiles	Heavy, susceptible to edge moisture damage, not refinishable to a stained look	Painted kitchen looks - Shaker, flat-front, and profile styles in white/colorSmooth surface ideal for painted finish, dimensionally stable, various profiles

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New York City Estimate

Typical Range

$5,680–$17,040

vs. National Average

42% above national

Cost Multiplier

1.42x

Cost Per per linear foot

$142–$710

Estimates apply New York City's 1.42x regional cost multiplier to national averages. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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